Lili Reinhart has revived one of the most recognisable fashion moments in romantic comedy history after stepping out in a butter yellow dress inspired by Kate Hudson's iconic gown from How To Lose a Guy in 10 Days.
The actress channelled Hudson's character Andie Anderson while promoting her upcoming romantic comedy The Love Hypothesis, recreating the instantly recognisable look more than two decades after the 2003 film was released.
Reinhart shared photographs of herself wearing the striking gown in Brazil during the film's Latin American press tour. With its floor length silhouette, silky finish and distinctive yellow shade, the outfit immediately recalled the dress Hudson wore during the film's memorable gala scene.
The fashion tribute is part of Reinhart's wider promotional campaign for The Love Hypothesis, which appears to be drawing inspiration from some of the most memorable leading ladies and style moments from classic romantic comedies.
Lili Reinhart Puts Her Own Spin on Kate Hudson's Iconic Dress
While Reinhart's look is remarkably similar to Hudson's, she did not wear the original gown from How To Lose a Guy in 10 Days.
Hudson's original was a one of a kind Carolina Herrera creation made for the actress in collaboration with costume designer Karen Patch. The distinctive butter yellow colour was also carefully selected to complement the yellow diamond in the Harry Winston necklace worn by Hudson's character during the gala.
Reinhart's stylist, Ib Abdel Nasser, identified her dress as a 2000s Caché version of the Carolina Herrera design.
The differences between the two gowns were noticed by fans, particularly when it came to the back. Hudson's original featured a more daring design with a deeper cut across the lower back, while Reinhart's interpretation was somewhat more covered.
That distinction did not stop the resemblance from being immediately recognisable, with the similar colour, shape and overall styling capturing the spirit of Hudson's unforgettable film look.
Reinhart also leaned into the reference through her social media post, pairing photographs of the dress with Carly Simon's 'You're So Vain', adding another playful connection to the 2003 romantic comedy.
Fans Celebrate the Throwback to Early Noughties Fashion
The homage sparked a wave of nostalgia among fans discussing the look on Reddit, with commenters reflecting on both Reinhart's appearance and the lasting popularity of Hudson's original gown.
One commenter praised the actress while noting the difference between the two designs, writing, 'Lili looks amazing! But Kate's dress is more daring in the back with a deeper cut of the lower back.'
Another captured the millennial nostalgia surrounding the fashion moment, writing, 'Every millennial wants this dress and be able to honor it this way'.
The look also prompted memories of the era in which Hudson's gown first became famous. One commenter wrote, 'Every hot girl wore this to prom in 2005'.
The reactions underline the enduring status of Hudson's yellow dress among fans of early 2000s romantic comedies. For viewers who remember How To Lose a Guy in 10 Days, the gown remains one of the film's defining visual moments.
Reinhart's recreation therefore offers a fresh take on a piece of fashion nostalgia that has remained firmly lodged in popular culture.
Her choice is also particularly fitting for The Love Hypothesis, in which she stars as biology PhD candidate Olive Smith opposite Tom Bateman, who plays fellow academic Dr. Adam Carlson.
The Prime Video adaptation of Ali Hazelwood's bestselling novel is scheduled for release on 23 September 2026.
Reinhart's stylist has explained that her press tour will pay homage to famous leading ladies from the golden age of romantic comedies and romance films, making the Hudson inspired gown part of a wider fashion strategy.
For now, the yellow dress has already proved to be a winning throwback, giving fans a chance to revisit one of the most beloved rom com fashion moments of the early Noughties while seeing Reinhart put her own spin on it.
